Listen to this when
Black
Pride and pain, side by side 🖤
Who it's for
Dave explores what being Black in Britain means, from deep pride to the burden of prejudice.
Weary and reflective→Proud and grounded
Feelings it meets
What it is
"Black" is a 2019 song by British rapper Dave, the lead single from his debut album Psychodrama, produced and co-written by his mentor Fraser T. Smith with prominent piano. It explores the Black British experience, touching on institutional racism in policing, the history of slavery, and what the word "black" means across different communities.
Where to find it
All major streaming services.
Before you start
Heads up: Explicit lyrics; violence and racism.
Age: Suggested 16+
Between me and the other world there is ever an unasked question:W. E. B. Du Bois, The Souls of Black Folk
